Located in Denville and Rockaway New Jersey, Jonathan’s Woods is owned in parts by Morris County Park Commission, as well as both townships.
Trails are maintained by Protect Our Wetlands, Water and Woods (POWWW).
Hiking trail at Jonathan’s Woods in Morris County NJ
Kiosk for Red Trail is located on Old Beach Glen Road in Denville.
Kiosk at Jonathan’s Woods on Old Beach Glen Road
A Google Maps search for Jonathan’s Woods will get you to the main parking area. Take the Red Trail from the parking lot on Old Beach Glen Road.
Red Trail at Jonathan’s Woods in Denville Twp
Turn Right at the Green Blaze on the old gravel road to head towards the wetlands.
Green Trail at Jonathan’s Woods county park
The Beaver Brook marsh is a great place to sit and look for wildlife or just unwind.
Beaver Brook marsh with Wildcat Ridge beyond
Beaver dam at Jonathan’s Woods
Following the Green Trail will take you across seasonal stream crossings before you return to the parking lot. You will also pass near the “Cathedral Pine” area which was largely toppled by Hurricane Sandy but has since been re-planted.
Seasonal wetlands on Green Trail
Former Cathedral Pine Area devastated by Hurricane Sandy. The area has since been re-planted and is being monitored by Morris County Park Commission and POWWW.
For any info on the trails at Jonathan’s Woods contact info@powww.org
Dave Blinder Nature Photography 